Overhead Crane Monthly Inspection Procedure

Monthly inspection - overhead crane, bridge crane and gantry crane

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MONTHLY INSPECTION

Estimated duration: 1.5 - 2 hours • Frequency: every month

Equipment Details

# Inspection Action Type Done Notes
Wire Ropes and Chains
1Inspect wire ropes (broken wires, corrosion, kinks, diameter)INSPECT
2Inspect chains (stretch, wear, twist)INSPECT
Hook and Attachments
3Check hook (throat opening, safety latch, swivel bearing)CHECK
Brakes
4Test hoist brake (hold rated load)TEST
5Test travel brake (cross-travel and long-travel)TEST
Trolley and Travel
6Inspect trolley wheels and rail (wear, alignment)INSPECT
Controls and Safety
7Check pendant or radio controls (all functions, emergency stop)CHECK
8Test upper and lower hoist limit switchesTEST
9Test travel limit switchesTEST
10Test emergency stop (all stations)TEST
11Check warning horn and lightsCHECK
Electrical
12Inspect electrical collector bars or festoon systemINSPECT
13Check motor condition (noise, heat, vibration)CHECK
Structural
14Inspect runway beams and rails (alignment, wear, clips)INSPECT
Lubrication
15Lubricate hoist drum bearingGREASE
16Lubricate sheave bearingsGREASE
17Lubricate trolley wheel bearingsGREASE
18Lubricate long-travel wheel bearingsGREASE

Fluid Specifications (General Guide)

SystemType / GradeApprox. Capacity
Hoist gearboxGear oil per manufacturerPer manufacturer
Wire rope lubricantWire rope dressingAs required
Bearing greaseEP2 lithium complexAs required

Specifications are general guidelines for typical overhead cranes (up to 50 t SWL). Always refer to the manufacturer's service manual for your specific crane make and model.

Parts / Consumables Required

#Part / ConsumablePart NumberQtyReady
1EP2 bearing greaseAs req.
2Wire rope lubricant / dressingAs req.
3Hoist gearbox oil (if topping up)As req.
4Rags and cleaning materials-

Notes / Defects Identified

Next Service Due

Inspector

Supervisor / Plant Manager